| Author |
Harben, Will N. (Will Nathaniel), 1858-1919 |
| Title |
Dixie Hart
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 88.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif, Suzanne Lybarger and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Dixie Hart" by Will N. Harben is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Dixie Hart, a resilient young woman living in a rural setting, facing the challenges of maintaining her family's farm while dealing with her personal relationships and societal expectations. The narrative captures themes of struggle, aspiration, and the complexity of love against a backdrop of small-town dynamics. The opening of the novel introduces Alfred Henley, a storekeeper who reflects on his life and marriage as he observes the hardworking and lively Dixie Hart. Their conversation reveals Henley's feelings of admiration for Dixie, contrasting with his own marital dissatisfaction. We learn about Dixie's responsibilities in managing her family's household and farm, as well as her ambitions and feelings about relationships, particularly her associations with old acquaintances and suitors. This initial glimpse into their lives sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their characters and the unfolding drama surrounding them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19818 |
| Release Date |
Nov 15, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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